Jll
OperatingEngineer
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“Operating Engineer at Jll. Skills: Facility operations, Technical expertise, Proactive maintenance. Respond to tenant service requests. Operate and monitor mechanical equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensuring optimal performance of critical building systems; Deliver exceptional service to our clients, tenants and vendors; Creating safe, comfortable, and efficient environments
Industry & Context.
Analyze system operations; Diagnose problems; Implement corrective actions
Travel to client sites throughout Virginia, Company-provided van for travel, Rotating On-Call Schedule for after-hours and weekend client support, Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs. , climb ladders up to 30 ft. , work from heights, and perform frequent walking, bending, kneeling, and overhead work
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School diploma or GED, Trade school education, union training, military service, or college coursework in a related technical field, Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs (if applicable to site requirements), Ability to analyze system operations, diagnose problems, and implement corrective actions independently, Valid state driver's license and willingness to travel regularly to sites across Virginia, Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs. , climb ladders up to 30 ft. , work from heights, and perform frequent walking, bending, kneeling, and overhead work, Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and direct digital controls (DDC)
Nice to Have
3+ years of related work experience in repair, maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or carpentry, Universal CFC EPA certification or commitment to achieving certification within the first year with JLL support, customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with tenants, site management, and contractors, JCAP certification (OCP or ESCP) or willingness to participate in the program, Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel for documentation and reporting
What You'll Do.
Respond to tenant service requests
Operate and monitor mechanical equipment
Execute preventive maintenance tasks
Troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment
Perform general maintenance duties
Maintain adherence to safety standards
Travel to client sites
Administrative responsibilities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with clients, tenants and vendors; Support outside contractors; Communicate with site management and contractors
Communication Scope
Communicate effectively with tenants, site management, and contractors
Full Job Description
**JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way**. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. **Job Description: Operating Engineer– Facilities Team at JLL** **Overview:** As an Operating Engineer at JLL, you will be the technical backbone of our facility operations, ensuring optimal performance of critical building systems across our portfolio. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with proactive maintenance strategies to deliver exceptional service to our clients, tenants and vendors alike. You will operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment across all systems—from HVAC and electrical to plumbing and mechanical controls, as well as facility maintenance duties. Your work directly supports JLL's commitment to creating safe, comfortable, and efficient environments. This position offers the opportunity to apply your technical skills across multiple sites in Virginia, with a company-provided van for travel, while growing your expertise in a dynamic and supportive team environment. **What your day-to-day will look like:** * Respond to tenant service requests including temperature complaints, lighting issues, minor repairs, and general maintenance needs while ensuring minimal disruption and immediate cleanup of work areas * Operate and monitor mechanical equipment such as chillers, pumps, cooling towers, fire alarm systems, and HVAC controls, record equipment readings and operational changes in logbooks * Execute preventive maintenance tasks across all building systems, complet
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